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Posted 08 August, 2026

Director of Operations

Metcash
Oakleigh South,VIC,AU Full Time
Reference: 118_401472_1365515566

Bring discipline, pace and heart to a national business in motion.

At Metcash Food, you're part of something bigger - the power behind local business, supporting over1,600 independently owned storesacross Australia and New Zealand.

We're looking for a bold, commercially sharp operations leader to lead the turnaround, integration and performance of our Food Service & Convenience network - including Superior Food Group, Campbells and related entities.

About the Opportunity

You'll lead a national network of approx.35 sites and 2,000 team members, driving branch-level P&L, operational discipline, customer experience and transformation as the business moves into a more unified Metcash operating model.

What you'll do

  • Lead multi-site operational performance across the FS&C network

  • Drive profitability, accountability and consistent operating rhythms

  • Integrate teams, processes and ways of working post-acquisition

  • Lift safety, compliance, productivity and customer outcomes

  • Partner across sales, supply chain and functions to deliver results

What you'll bring

  • Senior multi-site operations leadership experience

  • Strong P&L and commercial acumen

  • Turnaround, transformation or integration experience

  • Supply chain, distribution, wholesale, retail or food service background

  • A clear, values-led leadership style that builds trust and momentum

What's on offer

We're proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth and belonging:

5th week annual leave, 2 well-being days + 1 volunteer day
Learning and career development opportunities
12 weeks gender-neutral paid parental leave
Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
Gender pay gap under 5%
Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
Flex Ready, Family Friendly Workplace accredited + hybrid options

About Us

Metcash is Australia's leading wholesale distribution company, with$19.5 billion in sales FY25and a proud place in theASX Top 125. Through our food, liquor and hardware pillars, we help independent retailers become theBest Store in Their Town.

Join us - and help local businesses thrive.

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